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Topic: Technology

retrim

IPA: /rɪˈtrɪm/

KK: /rɪˈtrɪm/

transitive verb

Definition: To cut or remove parts from something again, usually to improve its shape or appearance.

Example: After the first haircut, I decided to retrim my bangs for a better look.

retrofire

IPA: /ˈrɛtrəʊfaɪə/

KK: /ˈrɛtroʊfaɪər/

intransitive verb

Definition: To ignite or fire, especially in reference to a retrorocket.

Example: The spacecraft will retrofire its engines to slow down before re-entering the atmosphere.

transitive verb

Definition: To ignite or activate a retrorocket, typically used in the context of space travel or rocketry.

Example: The engineers decided to retrofire the rocket to slow its descent.

retrofit

IPA: /ˈrɛtrəˌfɪt/

KK: /ˈrɛtroʊˌfɪt/

adjective

Definition: Referring to the process of adding new technology or features to existing systems or structures to improve them.

Example: The building underwent a retrofit to enhance its energy efficiency.

intransitive verb

Definition: To add new features or technology to existing equipment or systems to improve them or make them more efficient.

Example: The company decided to retrofit their old machines with the latest technology to increase productivity.

noun

Definition: A process of adding new technology or features to something that is older, often to improve its performance or efficiency.

Example: The building received a retrofit to enhance its energy efficiency.

transitive verb

Definition: To add new features or equipment to something that already exists, especially to improve it or make it more efficient.

Example: The company decided to retrofit the old factory with modern machinery to increase production.

retrofitted

IPA: /ˈrɛtrəʊˌfɪtɪd/

KK: /ˈrɛtroʊˌfɪtɪd/

adjective

Definition: Describing something that has been fitted or installed after its original construction or design.

Example: The building was retrofitted with new energy-efficient windows.

verb

Definition: To add new features or technology to something that is already built or in use, often to improve its performance or efficiency.

Example: The old building was retrofitted with modern heating and cooling systems.

retroreflective

IPA: /ˌrɛtrəʊrɪˈflɛktɪv/

KK: /ˌrɛtroʊrɪˈflɛktɪv/

adjective

Definition: Describing a material or surface that reflects light back to its original source with little scattering.

Example: The road signs are made of retroreflective material to ensure they are visible at night.

retry

IPA: /rɪˈtraɪ/

KK: /rɪˈtraɪ/

transitive verb

Definition: To attempt something again after a previous failure or mistake.

Example: If you don't succeed the first time, don't hesitate to retry your approach.

retune

IPA: //riːˈtjuːn//

KK: /riˈtun/

verb

Definition: To adjust or change the tuning of a device or instrument again to improve its performance or sound.

Example: After the concert, the technician had to retune the piano before the next performance.

retype

IPA: /ˌriːˈtaɪp/

KK: /riˈtaɪp/

verb

Definition: To enter text again using a keyboard, usually to correct or change it.

Example: I had to retype the entire document because of the errors.

reusability

IPA: /rɪˈjuːzəˌbɪlɪti/

KK: /rɪˈjuːzəˌbɪlɪti/

noun

Definition: The quality of being able to be used again or multiple times.

Example: The reusability of the packaging helps reduce waste and save money.

reusable

IPA: /rɪˈjuːzəbl/

KK: /riˈjuːzəbl/

adjective

Definition: Something that can be used more than once, often after cleaning or processing.

Example: I bought a reusable water bottle to help reduce plastic waste.

noun

Definition: An item that can be used multiple times instead of being thrown away after a single use.

Example: Many people prefer reusable bags to reduce plastic waste.

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